US 59 over Harris Lake Relief
FairHarrison County, Texas · 1.00 MI N of US 80 · Structure no. 191030006207026
- Built
- 1937
- 88 years old, rebuilt 2006
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 19,664
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 over Harris Lake Relief is a concrete culvert carrying US 59 over Harris Lake Relief in Harrison County, Texas. It was built in 1937 and reconstructed in 2006, so it is 88 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 19,664 vehicles a day, roughly 40% of them trucks, projected to reach 35,010 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 59 over Harris Lake Relief built?
It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2006.
What condition is US 59 over Harris Lake Relief in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in September 2023.
How much traffic does US 59 over Harris Lake Relief carry?
About 19,664 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 40% are trucks.
How long is US 59 over Harris Lake Relief?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns US 59 over Harris Lake Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.